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International/EU: £16,655 per year
Course summary
- Gain a sound understanding of tourism business management that balances theoretical study with practical work.
- Explore the motivations of tourism consumers, tourism industry operations and the planning and development of tourism in various contexts.
- Study key business developments to increase your general business acumen.
Develop the specific knowledge and skills necessary to secure future employment within the international tourism sector, and gain an appreciation for the challenges and rewards of working in a fast-paced, people-centred industry.
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Sheffield Business School accreditation
Sheffield Business School is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), placing us in the top 5% of business schools globally.
Tourism subject group award
Our Tourism subject group is recognised as a Centre of Excellence by the Institute of Travel and Tourism (ITT), the membership organisation for tourism industry professionals and educators.
How you learn
All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.
Learning and teaching is research-informed, as modules draw upon and relate to current research, including the work of our staff. You also develop research skills as you design, conduct, present and reflect on your own research.
You learn through
- lectures
- seminars
- workshops
- research projects
- consultancy projects
- directed learning activities
- work-related learning module
- visiting guest lectures
- mentor scheme
Course leaders and tutors
Dr. Emmie Deakin
Course LeaderEmmie Deakin is a Senior Lecturer in Hospitality within Sheffield Business School
Applied learning
Live projects
As part of the course, you get the opportunity to work on real business and consultancy projects to build your skills and professional experience.
Recent students have contributed to developing the network of the UK Overseas Territories Conservation Forum, helped organise their annual conference in Gibraltar, and been involved in developing Operation Make Safe, which seeks to work with hotels, tour and transport operators to raise staff awareness of child protection issues.
Network opportunities
You will frequently engage with tourism industry stakeholders during your study. Many modules include industry guest speakers and field trips. You benefit from a close relationship with the industry through our staff members' industry network, our association with the Tourism Management Institute and our alumni network.
Future careers
This course prepares you for a career in
- airline management
- destination management
- tour operations management
- product development
- operations and contracting
- ground services management
- sales management
- regional operations management
Previous graduates of this course have gone on to work for
- Cosmos Holidays
- All Leisure Holiday Group
- Manchester International Airport
- London Heathrow Airport
- Jet2.com
- Center Parcs
- Flight Centre
- Jury's Inn
Where will I study?
You study at City Campus through a structured mix of lectures, seminars and practical sessions as well as access to digital and online resources to support your learning.
City Campus
City Campus is located in the heart of Sheffield, within minutes of the train and bus stations.
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Adsetts library
Adsetts Library is located on our City Campus. It's open 24 hours a day, every day.
Learn moreEntry requirements
All students
Normally one from
• a HND or foundation degree in a relevant subject, with an overall merit profile from year two modules
• equivalent qualification in a relevant subject
You can find information on making sense of UCAS tariff points here and use the UCAS tariff calculator to work out your points.
If English is not your first language you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 or above, with a minimum score of 5.5 in each skill.
Additional information for EU/International students
If you are an International or non-UK European student, you can find out more about the country specific qualifications we accept on our international qualifications page.
For details of English language entry requirements (IELTS), please see the information for 'All students'.
Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances.
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Academic And Professional Development | Credits: 20 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Consultancy And Enterprise Challenge | Credits: 40 |
Assessment:
Coursework Practical |
| Module: Research Project | Credits: 20 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Strategic Management In International Hospitality And Tourism | Credits: 20 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Sustainable Tourism Planning | Credits: 20 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Tourism Consultancy Experience | Credits: 40 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module | Credits | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Module: Foreign Language | Credits: 20 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: International Air Travel Management | Credits: 20 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Media Relations In Travel And Tourism | Credits: 20 |
Assessment:
Coursework |
| Module: Tourism Destination Marketing | Credits: 20 |
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Fees and funding
Home students
Our tuition fees for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2024/2025 are regulated by the UK government and are yet to be confirmed. For an indication, our tuition fee for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2023/2024 is £9,250 per year. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200.
If you are studying an undergraduate course, postgraduate pre-registration course or postgraduate research course over more than one academic year then your tuition fees may increase in subsequent years in line with Government regulations or UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) published fees. More information can be found in our terms and conditions under student fees regulations.
International students
Our tuition fee for International/EU students starting full-time study in 2024/25 is £16,655 per year.
Financial support for home/EU students
How tuition fees work, student loans and other financial support available.
Additional course costs
This link allows you to view estimated costs associated with the main activities on specific courses. These are estimates and, as such, are only an indication of additional course costs. Actual costs can vary greatly depending on the choices you make during your course.
Additional costs for Tourism and hospitality courses (PDF, 262.7KB)Legal information
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